The Story of Mahajanaka is a work authored by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, presenting his own retelling of one of the Jātaka tales concerning the life of Prince Mahajanaka. First published in 1996 with royal permission, the book reflects the King’s personal engagement with Buddhist philosophy, particularly the themes of perseverance, self-reliance and moral responsibility. This edition was issued as a finely produced presentation set, combining the dual-language text (Thai and English) with extensive colour illustrations by contemporary Thai artists, and accompanied by a specially struck silver Mahajanaka medallion, individually issued and ceremonially blessed. The result is both a literary work of royal authorship and a carefully conceived cultural object. The Story of Mahajanaka, by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. "His Majesty the King has granted royal permission for the publication and sale of this book with the silver Mahajanaka Medallion". หนังสือ“พระมหาชนก" (The Story of Mahajanaka) ซึ่งเป็นบทพระราชนิพนธ์ใน พระบาทสมเด็จพระบรมชนกาธิเบศร มหาภูมิพลอดุลยเดชมหาราช บรมนาถบพิตร (รัชกาลที่ 9). Printed in Thailand by Amarin Printing and Publishing public Company Limited and distributed by Amarin Book Center Company Limited, Bangkok. June 1996 first edition. Overall, a fine example of this beautiful set which comprises an outer case of folio size, in book form design, similar to clam shell case. The burgundy covers are printed in gilt with the Thai royal seal onset onto the front cover. The outer case has some light wear and is bumped to head of spine with some small indents to the rear. Inside the box is lined with a cream colour lining with velvet-like finish and silk ribbon. It has a compartment for the book, and a separate compartment housing the medallion in its padded case. The interior of the case, book, and medallion are all in fine condition. The medallion is pure Thai silver (99.99%), weighing 23g. Diameter 29mm (known as 'large block' size. The top of the medallion has the Thai royal seal (Poporo seal). Every medallion was blessed in a special ceremony comprising 9 of Thailand's most senior monks. The book is in fine condition and is lavishly illustrated in colour throughout - featuring the work of Thai artists who are profiled in the rear of the book. Text in Thai and English. Fully dual language. 129pp. Weight approximately 2910g (the set - unpacked). Dimensions: approximately 396mm high x 320mm wide x 45mm deep (in outer case).